Obituary of Frances M. Keilly

KEILLY, FRANCES M. (nee Muller) of Hackensack, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2017 at the age of 70. She worked as an administrator for Bergen County Academies in Hackensack for many years. Born to Rose Marie and Frank Muller, Frankie's passion for a good story adorned her life. She loved music, books, theatre, poetry and movies. She enjoyed her endless reserve of friends, good wine, dining at her favorite restaurants, walks on the beach, and, of course, a little blackjack in Atlantic City. She gave great gifts and made, quite possibly, the best salad ever. She could be counted on for support, advice and baby-sitting services. She sang off-key to her favorite musical numbers and was always the first one to hit the dance floor. She embraced all her experiences with courage and charm. So it was no surprise that she faced cancer the same way… with a positive attitude and will to fight, ready to take on whatever came her way. And that she did until the very end. She chose to spend her final moments at home with her family, where she died peacefully. She is survived by her mother, Rose Marie Muller. Her brother, John Muller. Her children, Suzanne, Ron and Frank Keilly. Her grandchild, Isla Rose. And, of course, Polly the 66-year old parrot, we are certain, who will outlive us all. The Funeral on Wednesday August 16, 2017 at 9:30 AM at the G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Home, 397 Union Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 AM at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, 300 Elm St, Oradell, NJ. Cremation will Private. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2 – 4 & 7 - 9PM for visitation. In Lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made in Frankie's memory for American Cancer Society, 20 Mercer St, Hackensack, NJ 07601